There is deep sadness in Laois this evening following the death of a teenage boy in a tragic quad bike accident.
The deceased has been named locally as 15-year-old David Brown from Portlaoise who was killed following an accident in a wooded area near Emo.
Gardai were called to the scene around 2pm on Sunday, April 9, and a presence remained there into the evening.
David is a member of the very well known Brown family from Portlaoise.
A keen sportsperson, he had represented Laois in the Celtic Challenge hurling competition on Saturday against Kildare as well as all levels with Portlaoise GAA.
He was also a member of the Laois minor hurling panel that defeated Antrim on Friday.
His brother Conor is a member of the Laois senior football panels that defeated Wexford today.
His dad James is a well-known local painting contractor and member of Laois Fire Services.
David is survived by his father James, mother Carmel (nee Maloney), brother Conor and sister Sarah.
David is also a Third Year student in Portlaoise CBS where he represented both their football and hurling teams.
The school paid tribute to David on their app this evening and offered their condolences to his family.
May he Rest in Peace.
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